Juicy Chicken Kabab Marinade – Flavor-Packed & Easy to Make!

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If you're looking for a tender, juicy, and flavor-packed Chicken Kabab recipe, you’ve come to the right place! This marinade is incredibly simple yet delivers restaurant-style results right at home. Whether you love grilling, air-frying, or pan-cooking, these kababs turn out succulent every single time.

Perfect for family dinners, BBQ parties, meal prep, or festive gatherings — this recipe from bite with magic brings you authentic taste with effortless cooking.

Chicken Kabab Recipe (Juicy & Flavor-Packed)

Ingredients (For Marinade & Kababs)

For 500g chicken (boneless cubes or minced):

  • 2 tbsp yogurt

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

  • 1 tbsp oil

  • 1 tsp red chili powder

  • 1 tsp paprika (optional, for color)

  • ½ tsp turmeric

  • 1 tsp cumin powder

  • 1 tsp coriander powder

  • 1 tsp garam masala

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp salt (or to taste)

  • 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander

  • 1 tbsp finely chopped green chili (optional)

Optional (for skewers):

  • Bell peppers (red & green)

  • Onion cubes

Directions

1️⃣ Make the Marinade

In a bowl, add yogurt, lemon juice, ginger-garlic paste, oil, and all spices.
Mix well until smooth and thick.

2️⃣ Marinate the Chicken

Add chicken cubes (or minced chicken for smooth kababs).
Coat well, ensuring every piece is covered.
Rest for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best flavor.

3️⃣ Skewer the Kababs

Thread chicken pieces onto skewers.
Add bell pepper and onion pieces between chicken for color and flavor (optional).

4️⃣ Grill / Pan-Fry / Air-Fry

Grill:
Place kababs on a hot grill.
Cook 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and charred.

Pan Fry:
Add a little oil to the pan.
Cook on medium heat until browned on all sides.

Air Fry:
Set to 190°C (375°F) for 12–15 minutes.

5️⃣ Serve

Garnish with lemon, chaat masala, coriander, and serve with mint chutney.

Bonus Tip

Brush melted butter or oil on kababs while grilling → extra juicy + restaurant-style finish!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • ✔️ Perfect for BBQ nights & family gatherings

  • ✔️ Easy marinade with pantry spices

  • ✔️ Works with chicken cubes or minced chicken

  • ✔️ Healthy cooking options (air fry / grill / pan fry)

  • ✔️ Protein-rich & great for meal prep

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